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Stayed for 2 hours in chair and pushed my head with my shoulder at the dentist .now my back head is swollen and hurts only in that part. should i worr?
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Probably not: Take OTC pain Meds exactly as directed on the package. Ice the sore spot for first day, then use warm compresses, if needed, for another day or two. You should be OK in 48-72 hours.
Answered 7/10/2015
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